United Oppossition leaders marching to Jogoo House for a meeting with Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja. [Courtesy; Rigathi Gachagua] Democracy for Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua has claimed that an attack at an Anglican Church in Witima, Nyeri County, was an assassination attempt against him. Speaking alongside opposition leaders outside Jogoo House after meeting…
More than 11,000 learners in 24 public day schools across Nyando Constituency, Kisumu County, are set to benefit from a free school feeding and emergency education support programme. Cabinet Secretary for Gender, Culture and Children Services, Hanna Cheptumo said the government has stepped up efforts to protect and support vulnerable learners in Nyando by providing…
The High Court has dismissed a succession claim by a United States–based Kenyan woman who sought recognition as the widow of former Cabinet minister and influential civil servant Simeon Nyachae, handing a significant legal victory to Nyachae’s family. In his ruling, Justice Eric Ogola found that Margaret Chweya failed to prove that she was lawfully…
President William Ruto on Thursday, January 29, unveiled a new funding initiative aimed at empowering 90,000 Kenyan youths who did not complete their formal education. Speaking during the Nyota Capital Disbursement event in Kisii, Ruto said the government will provide each beneficiary with Ksh36,000 to acquire practical skills that can help them earn an income….
Suna East Member of Parliament Junet Mohamed has defended Nyanza leaders’ decision to collaborate with President William Ruto, highlighting the tangible development gains the partnership is bringing to the region. The National Assembly minority leader made the remarks on Thursday, January 29, 2026, shortly after the launch of the NYOTA programme and other development projects…
President William Ruto has announced ambitious plans to upgrade Gusii Stadium to international standards and renovate Kisii Airport, projects designed to spur economic growth and create jobs in Kisii County. Speaking on Thursday during the NYOTA capital disbursement in Nyanza, Ruto said the government is prioritizing infrastructure improvements to attract investment and strengthen regional connectivity….
A university student charged over an alleged fake social media post suggesting that President William Ruto was dead has told the court that the prosecution failed to prove its case, arguing that claims of reputational harm to the Head of State lack any supporting evidence. David Mokaya raised the objections during a hearing in which…
Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale at the Members of Parliament retreat in Naivasha. Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has accused hospitals of masterminding the loss of billions from the Social Health Authority (SHA), revealing that Ksh11 billion went missing due to fraudulent claims by health facilities. Speaking on Wednesday, January 28, during the Members of…
Public service vehicle operators have announced a nationwide strike set to begin on Monday, warning that escalating attacks on matatus and other vehicles have pushed them to the brink. The Matatu Owners Association (MOA), led by chairperson Albert Karakacha, accused the government of failing to act against boda boda riders allegedly involved in torching public…
Leaders of the United Opposition have pledged to remain united and rally behind whichever candidate emerges to challenge President William Ruto in the next presidential election, insisting that national interests outweigh individual ambitions. The leaders spoke during the Democratic Party’s National Delegates Congress (NDC) held at Ufungamano House in Nairobi, where they presented a united…
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba came under fire from Members of Parliament after he publicly admitted that the government lacks clear data on how much it costs to educate a child in Kenya from Grade One through university. Ogamba made the startling disclosure on Wednesday during an intense parliamentary session held at Lake Naivasha Resort…
East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Winnie Odinga has strongly rejected claims by businessman Oketch Salah that he was present during the final moments of her late father, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, calling them “dangerous lies” and questioning his motives. Speaking to Citizen TV on Tuesday, January 27, Winnie described Salah’s statements as false…
Global credit rating agency Moody’s has upgraded Kenya’s credit rating, providing a welcome boost after months of economic strain and mounting debt pressures. The agency raised Kenya’s rating from Caa1 to B3 and assigned a stable outlook, indicating that the risk of default in the near term has eased. While the upgrade does not remove…
Former Bomet Governor Isaac Ruto during an interview in Bomet on April 24,2022. [File,Standard] A storm is brewing at the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) after a former senior official, two lawyers and a cross section of Kenyans demanded the resignation of Commissioner Isaac Ruto over alleged political bias, just as he is set to participate…
Winnie Odinga during the Political parties’ presentations of their nominations to the joint clerks on November 9, 2022. [Elvis Ogina,Standard] A charged public debate between Winnie Odinga and businessman Oketch Salah has erupted over claims surrounding the final moments of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. The debate was triggered by Winnie Odinga’s appearance on Citizen TV,…